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ANNOUNCEMENT: PAID TRAINEESHIP

The Saami Council and the Suoma Sámi Nuorat are recruiting three trainees to work in 100% positions within the Interreg project “Filling the EU-Sápmi knowledge gaps”. There will be one trainee working in each of the countries: Finland, Norway and Sweden. The workplace will be in one of the Saami Council’s offices.

The trainees will gain hands-on experience in practical project management and the traineeships also provide an opportunity to get acquainted with the ways in which the Saami Council advocates for the Sámi people in various EU institutions and Sámi issues in general both on an international and a national level.

The nature of your work will depend on the service you are assigned to. You may, for example, work in the field of EU, Human Rights, Arctic and Environmental issues or Cultural issues.

What do we offer?

This traineeship will provide excellent training for anyone considering a future working on indigenous rights and international work on indigenous issues in EU, UN and Arctic Council from a Sámi perspective.

  • The opportunity to put academic theory into practice.

  • The opportunity to gain valuable work experience. 

  • Insight into the processes and policies of a Sámi organization;

  • The opportunity to build an increased network in Sápmi.

  • The opportunity to contribute to the day-to-day work in a Sámi working environment;

  • The opportunity to participate in the EU Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue in Brussels 2021.

What will your daily work consist of?

Some of the main duties include, but are not limited, to:

  • Supporting the overall management of the project 

  • Assist with various tasks within Saami Council’s different units.

  • Attending and organising meetings, workshops and courses;

  • Researching, drafting, writing end editing documentation – including reports and consultations;

  • The trainee should submit an intern report after ended traineeship. 

What do we expect from you?

  • An open-minded approach to Sámi, EU and international related issues;

  • An interest in learning about Sámi and Indigenous working methods;

  • Willingness to work in a cross border environment;

  • Enthusiasm of contributing to the daily work of the organization from a fresh perspective;

  • A proactive attitude.

  • That you commit to work in the Internship for the whole period.

Duration

The paid traineeship is from January 1st 2021 until November 30th 2021.

Mentor

Each intern will be assigned a mentor from one of the Saami Council’s units. The mentor will guide the intern through the specific assignments within their units but also the Saami Council’s work in general. Interns will be served tasks and duties due to current situations. 

Who can apply?

  • A Sámi person who wants to work with Sámi issues in various contexts. 

  • There is no age limit to participate in the traineeship program. 

  • Knowledge of the Sámi society and especially in the EU and international relations is beneficial. Good collaboration and communication skills, good writing skills, and independence with a conscious focus will be stressed. Good knowledge of Sámi and English both in talking and writing is a requirement.

  • The traineeship programme is open to a Sámi person who is under education or other trained Sámi persons who want to work with Sámi issues in an EU context.

How to apply?

The application consists of an online application form and your letter of interest. The letter must be written in English and be maximum one page. It should explain your background, work experience if any and other qualifications relevant to this position. The letter should also outline why you are interested in our internship position, and must include your specific areas of interests.

Outline: application form trainee program

You apply by filling out this application form:

For further information contact project manager: